A lawsuit has been filed today against Richland County, regarding apparent “brutal, inhumane and unconstitutional conditions” at the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center.
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – An investigation into the death of an inmate at Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center is underway. According to the Richland County Sheriff’s Department, deputies were notified by jail staff that an inmate was found dead at the detention center on February 12th. Investigators say the inmate was located in his cell and did not appear to…
Sheriff Lott says 12 individuals currently face charges related to the riot at Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center where two corrections officers were attacked.
The Richland County Sheriff’s Department says two individuals have been charged in the riot that injured two corrections officers at Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center.
Richland County announced it is increasing starting pay for detention center officers from just over $32,000 a year to more than $36,000 a year.
The Richland County Sheriff’s Department says a man has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of his roommate in March.
A spokesperson for Richland County says there has been low water pressure at the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center since Monday due to ongoing plumbing work. They anticipate the work being completed today.
According to officials with Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center, a bond hearing for the Fort Jackson soldier accused of hijacking a school bus is scheduled for this afternoon.
According to authorities, firefighters responded to Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center on Wednesday morning after a detainee set a mattress on fire. Officials say the housing unit had to be temporarily evacuated, but no injuries or major damage were reported.
Columbia police arrest a man they suspect was involved in the deadly shooting along Carneige street Tuesday night.
